Program Manager & proposal writing

Screening and investigation of potential programs and projects, review and analysis of new opportunities raising from partners, donors and MSL centres responsible. Writing financial & technical proposals and contribute to MSL business development.

Planning and delegating: Assign projects managers and allocate needed resources in close coordination with the Executive responsible.

Methodological support and M&E: Develop project management and M&E tools and templates in close coordination with the project managers. Set a reporting system in line with the donors’ requirements and MSL standards. Review projects reports before submission to the Executive responsible for validation.

Coordination and guidance: Provide projects managers with directions and guidance, share best practices and monitor overall progress and use of resources.

Conducting periodic projects review, set weekly meetings with the projects managers to evaluate the progress in the implementation of the project’s activities, evaluate discrepancies and initiate corrective action whenever necessary.

Report periodically and ad hoc to Executive Responsible on essential matters and activities related to the unit and formulate recommendations on how to improve processes and simplify them.

Work Conditions:

• Working under the Lebanese work law, during and outside the working hours according to work requirements and conditions.
• Work based at MSL main office or centers according to work requirements and conditions.

Education/Years of Expertise:

Master’s degree in Business Administration or marketing or engineering or relevant discipline with 7 years of experience in business development and project management fields including 3 years of experience in managerial level.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or marketing or engineering or relevant discipline with 10 years of experience in business development and project management fields including 5 years of experience in managerial level.

Knowledge:

• NGOs business environment in Lebanon
• Knowledge of organisational theories and strategic planning
• Marketing and project management principles
• Work process engineering
• Management principles and techniques

Skills:

• Leadership, management and organization skills
• Business development and marketing planning
• Project management skills
• Computer skills
• Communication skills (written and verbal) and follow-up
• Initiative and time management skills
• Reporting and Problem-solving skills
• Analytical, logical thought process and meticulous attention to detail
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence at a senior level.

Attitudes:

• • Strong personal commitment to the vision, mission, goals and values of MSL
  • Self-confidence and honesty
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Accuracy and transparent
  • Flexibility in dealing with others
  • Confidentiality of information
  • Team work spirit